Perform routine and specialized OB ultrasound exams for radiologist interpretation while ensuring high-quality diagnostic images. Manage patient care, documentation, and quality control, and act as Charge Sonographer when necessary.
Requirements summary
Requires formal ultrasound training and RDMS certification. A Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and 3 years of experience are preferred.
We’re looking for a Ultrasonographer OB, someone who’s ready to grow with our company. In this position, you’ll perform routine and specialized ultrasound exams for interpretation by the Radiologists using specialized equipment. In addition, to you'll be responsible for patient care, appropriate documentation, quality control, quality improvement, act as Charge Sonographer in absence of the Team Leader and maintaining a safe environment.
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Job Duties & Responsibilities
Works independently following guidelines established by the Radiologists to produce diagnostic ultrasound images
Confirms the appropriateness of the ordered exam based on the diagnosis
Contacts the appropriate medical staff for additional information regarding the patient when necessary
Communicates with the Radiologist to obtain the appropriate exam protocol
Makes informed decisions regarding protocols when the Radiologist is unavailable
Selects the appropriate equipment and patient position to ensure optimal diagnostic images as observed by the Team Leader or Radiologist
Assists the Radiologist with biopsies, drainages, and any invasive procedure when technical assistance is needed
Assists with the scheduling of ultrasound examinations, ensuring that priority is assigned to urgent cases
Transmits cases as needed to the Archive System
Assists the Radiologist with any procedure requested
Performs quality control checks for all exams scanned by following established protocol guidelines or as observed by the Team Leader and/or Radiologist
Documents the following: pertinent patient history, if any type of sedation was used on the patient requisition, and the number of films used (including discards and copies) in the radiology information system, ensuring compliance with departmental standards
Maintains an accurate logbook of all patients scanned daily
Checks requisitions daily to ensure appropriate exam charges, as documented by the Performance Improvement monitor or Team Leader
Reports all equipment malfunctions as documented in the equipment maintenance log and apprises the Team Leader of issues within 24 hours of the malfunction
Is actively involved in Performance Improvement, providing innovative solutions to issues and problems
Communicates in an age-appropriate manner as outlined in the Plan of Patient Care manual
Renders first aid when necessary and notifies the appropriate personnel of emergency situations, as documented by the quality improvement monitor, Team Leader, or medical staff
Consistently displays a professional demeanor as observed by guests, staff, or the Team Leader
Participates in continuing education and in-service programs by attending section meetings, workshops, and seminars; reads professional publications and reviews procedure manuals; attends classes
Participation in all mentioned activities is documented by attendance rosters or certificates
Performs Team Leader responsibilities and participates in special projects as needed
Skills & Requirements
Successful completion of a formal training in a school of Ultrasound required
Bachelor's Degree Diagnostic Medical Sonography preferred
RDMS - Cert-Reg Diag. Medical Sono by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) required
ARRT - Amer Regis Radiologic Technol by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists preferred
CMRT - Cert Med Radiologic Techngst by the Texas Department of Health/Bureau of Radiation Control preferred
3 years Radiographer/ultrasound experience preferred
Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women is a comprehensive obstetrics/gynecology facility and one of a select few hospitals nationwide that provides women, mothers and babies with a full continuum of high-quality, expert health care. Offering a full spectrum of maternal and fetal medicine services, including an array of fetal diagnostic procedures and highly specialized fetal surgeries, the Pavilion for Women is connected to Texas Children’s Hospital via a two-story circular sky bridge to enhance patient care by providing physicians, staff and patient families with rapid access to other pediatric subspecialists. Three private OB/GYN practices, The Family Fertility Center, The Menopause Center and The Women’s Place – Center for Reproductive Psychiatry are all housed here. Additionally, we also recently opened a community-based OB/GYN practice in Pearland.
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